REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS & RENEWAL INFORMATION

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1 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS & RENEWAL INFORMATION Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 Palm Beach County Department of Community Services 810 Datura Street, Suite 200 West Palm Beach, Florida (561)

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. GENERAL INFORMATION... 3 II. OFFICIAL NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS... 3 III. TIMELINE... 5 IV. CRITERIA FOR SERVICE CATEGORIES... 6 V. CONE OF SILENCE... 6 VI. PROPOSAL GUIDELINES... 7 VII. TERMS AND CONDITIONS... 9 Attachment 1: Recommendations for Services: Special Needs Attachment 2: Recommendations for Services: Behavioral Health Attachment 4: Instructions for Contract Extensions READ CAREFULLY AND COMPLY WITH ALL REQUIREMENTS Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 2

3 I. GENERAL INFORMATION The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is for the Department of Community Services (DCS) to receive proposals from qualifying non-profit organizations to provide services related to the approved Service Categories. Further information can be found in the Palm Beach County Administrative Code Section Payment to Delegate Agencies. The Health and Human Services Element of the Comprehensive Plan of Palm Beach County delineates goals and objectives that address the availability of health and human services necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of its residents. In conjunction with the HHS Element, the Board of County Commissioners adopted Resolution R which created the Citizens Advisory Committee on Health & Human Services (CAC/HHS). The CAC/HHS through, Section 3. Roles & Responsibilities, D. of Resolution R makes recommendations on an annual basis during the Financially Assisted Agency funding process regarding the service and funding priorities, outcomes and contract requirements). Organizations will clearly identify how their service/program(s) address the Service Categories and system of care as approved by the Board of County Commissioners. The relationship of the outcome measures to applicable social indicators will be evaluated in terms of the anticipated impact of the service/program(s). All applicants seeking County assistance must be chartered or registered with the Florida Department of State, have been incorporated for at least one agency fiscal year, and have provided services for at least six (6) months. All applicant agencies must hold current and valid 501(c) (3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or be public entities. II. OFFICIAL NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PALM BEACH COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICES FINANCIALLY ASSISTED AGENCIES FY 2015 NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Palm Beach County, Department of Community Services (DCS), will be accepting proposals for the Financially Assisted Agencies program for Fiscal Year 2015 (October 1, 2014 September 30, 2015). Contracts issued will be for one (1) year with two (2) one-year extensions at the option of the County. Guidelines for proposals will be available on April 7, FINANCIALLY ASSISTED AGENCIES 2015 Eligible Applicants: Not-for-Profit agencies holding current and valid 501(c) (3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or public entities serving Palm Beach County, or other currently funded entities. Service Categories: Behavioral Health Special Needs/Developmental Disabilities For a complete description of Service Category eligible activities, please refer to the Proposal Attachments. For current contracts which will be extended this year, please refer to Attachment 3 at the end of this document. Proposals and Amount of Funds Requested: All proposals must be category-specific in service categories that are accepting RFPs. Applicants are not limited in the number of proposals submitted. The funding available for this RFP will be determined by the Board of County Commissioners. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 3

4 Mandatory Bidder s Conference: There will be a mandatory bidder s conference held on April 16 th for all agencies submitting proposals. Confirmation of attendance must be received no later than April 14 th at 5:00 p.m. Please confirm your reservation and Service Category (ies) that you will be submitting proposals for at the department through Alcine Dorival at adorival@pbcgov.org. Verification of attendance will be sent via . Please let our staff know if you do not receive a timely confirmation. Agencies are asked to limit their reservations to three (3) attendees due to space limitations. Proposal Guidelines RFP guidelines are available in paper copy. All proposals will have to be submitted through the Florida Funders Application (FFA) website which is located at Proposers must complete the initial Letter of Inquiry (LOI) portion of the FFA and submit it back to DCS. DCS will approve and allow the proposer to complete the balance of the application after successful receipt of the LOI section of the RFP. Submission through the website must be completed by May 9, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. in order for a proposal to be considered. Additional resources and information will be available at: and Paper Copy Version of Guidelines can be picked up at DCS s main reception desk at 810 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This will be for reference purposes only as the proposal must be submitted through the Florida Funders Application website. DEADLINE DATE: Completed proposals, submitted through the online application website must be completed and received by DCS's close of business day, 5:00 p.m., on May 9, Proposals submitted after 5:00 p.m. to the website will not be accepted or reviewed. Technical Assistance: Will be provided by staff via requests. All questions and answers will be made available for the public to review at Staff will not be available to answer questions after May 8, 2014 which is one day before the submission deadline. Presentations: Proposers may be asked to make an oral presentation before a review panel in advance of contract awards. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE ADA, THIS AD AND DOCUMENTS LISTED CAN BE REQUESTED IN AN ALTERNATE FORMAT. AUXILIARY AIDS OR SERVICES WILL BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST WITH AT LEAST THREE DAYS NOTICE (CONTACT DCS AT (561) or adorival@pbcgov.org PUBLISH: April 6, 2014 Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 4

5 III. TIMELINE FINANCIALLY ASSISTED AGENCIES FY 2015 PROPOSED FUNDING TIMELINE FY 2015 November 13: January February: March 13: Assign CAC members to RFP writing group (Special Needs, Substance Abuse, Mental Health; work with SEFBHN staff. Conduct public forums in each of the service categories Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) information update on RFP process April 1: Presentation to BCC updating on RFP process for FY 2015 April 6: April 7: April 16: May 1: May 9: RFP advertised RFP available for public; reapplication for contract extensions open Mandatory Bidder s Conference Reviewer Training RFPs submission deadline; applications for contract extensions due back to DCS May 27 30: Special Needs/Developmental Disabilities Review Panel meets to finalize reviews and proposal scoring. DCS Administration, 810 Datura Street, Basement Conference Room, West Palm Beach Behavioral Health Review Panels (Youth, Adult, Acute Care) meet to finalize reviews and proposal scoring. DCS Administration, 810 Datura Street, Basement Conference Room, West Palm Beach June 2: June 2 June 20: June 20 July 11: July: Proposals Review Complete Staff reconciles committee rankings, funding availability and develops recommended allocations County Administration reviews FAA recommendations Presentation of FY 2015 FAA recommendations to BCC Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 5

6 IV. CRITERIA FOR SERVICE CATEGORIES Financially Assisted Agencies RFP 2015 Criteria for Service Categories 3-Year Funding Cycle: The following service categories that will be up for competitive proposals will be issued a one (1) year contract with two (2) possible renewals, depending on BCC approval each year. 1. Behavioral Health 2. Special Needs/Developmental Disabilties V. CONE OF SILENCE CONE OF SILENCE FINANCIALLY ASSISTED AGENCIES FY 2015 This RFP includes a Cone of Silence. The Cone of Silence will apply from the date the RFP is due back to the department which is May 9, 2014 until the final FAA allocations are approved by the Board of County Commissioners. All parties interested in submitting a proposal will be advised of the following: Lobbying - "Cone of Silence" Respondents are advised that the "Palm Beach County Lobbyist Registration Ordinance" (Ordinance), a copy of which can be accessed at: is in effect. The Respondent shall read and familiarize themselves with all of the provisions of said Ordinance, but for convenience, the provisions relating to the Cone of Silence have been summarized here. "Cone of Silence" means a prohibition on any non-written communication regarding this RFP between any Respondent or Respondent s representative and any County Commissioner or Commissioner's staff. A Respondent's representative shall include but not be limited to the Respondent's employee, partner, officer, director or consultant, lobbyist, or any, actual or potential subcontractor or consultant of the Respondent. The Cone of Silence is in effect as of the submittal deadline. The provisions of this Ordinance shall not apply to oral communications at any public proceeding, including pre-bid conferences, oral presentations before selection committees, and contract negotiations during any public meeting. The Cone of Silence shall terminate at the time that the BCC awards or approves a contract, rejects all proposals or otherwise takes action which ends the solicitation process. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 6

7 VI. PROPOSAL GUIDELINES 2015 Financially Assisted Agencies Proposal Guidelines **START A NEW APPLICATION DO NOT USE AN OLD ONE** General Information complete the Cover Page which is in the Addendum section of the Florida Funders Application (FFA) website: 1. Name of Applicant Agency 2. Service Category - identify the service category in which the proposal is being submitted. 3. Program Title 4. Specific Target Population 5. Geographic Area Served 6. Commission Districts Served 7. Program Status (existing or new program) 8. Program Start Date (if a new program) 9. Total Program Budget (program s total budget during the time period for which you are requesting funding) 10. Amount of Funding Request (how much you are requesting in the proposal) 11. Identify if agency is currently certified by Nonprofits First (3 pts. for agencies currently certified) 12. Overview (3 sentence overview of the program this must be short and concise and will be used to communicate the purpose of programs and services to the Board of County Commissioners and various publications) Summary Please submit a proposal: Addressing all components of the Florida Funders Application (FFA) website both the Letter of Intent (LOI) and the full proposal. All proposals must submit the LOI as soon as they are able so that they can then be given access to the full proposal documents. All applicants completing the LOI and attending the mandatory bidder s conference will be approved through to the full proposal. Both the LOI and full proposal can be revised prior to final submission which is due no later than May 9, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. Written in plain language; a narrative that fully addresses all questions in the Guidelines. Understandable to people unfamiliar with your organization or your area of expertise. That specifically addresses the funding priorities set out in this Request for Proposal. That specifically addresses the questions in the addendum which is part of the proposal and will be found on the FFA website. Please refer to the guidance provided throughout the website for further description or definition of any of the required areas. You can reach that assistance through clicking on any of the titles as they appear in on the website itself or through this link: Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 7

8 Guidelines for Proposals include: 1. Need for Assistance (15 pts) What is the need (or problem) in Palm Beach County that you are proposing to address (or solve)? Who does this need (or problem) impact in Palm Beach County? (This specifically references the population that you serve who walks in your doors for services a profile) What local Palm Beach County data or evidence exists to document the need (or problem)? 2. Approach and Design (25 pts) What will your program do to meet this need (or solve this problem)? What specific activities will your program complete? What services will your program provide? How many people in Palm Beach County will your program provide services to? What will your program accomplish during the funding period? How will your program accomplish it? How responsive to the FAA RFP service category criteria is this proposal? 3. Evaluation Approach (25 pts) Completion of the Financially Assisted Agencies Evaluation Plan/Logic Model 2015, which will be found in the addendum section of the FFA website application. Do not complete the Evaluation Model as currently a part of the website application. Outcomes and activities are clearly descriptive of the program being proposed. Evaluation methods and tools are generally accepted for demonstrating the outcomes proposed. To be answered in the Addendum: Prior outcomes/data that demonstrate success of the services in this proposal. Use of indicators that have current state or national data documentation available is highly recommended. Please utilize A Report of Health & Human Services in Palm Beach County Based on Key Community Indicators You can find this document at: 4. Available Resources and Sustainability (15 pts) What other funding is available to support your organization in addressing this need (or solving this problem)? Are there any partners who will assist your organization in addressing this need (or solving this problem)? If so, please provide concrete Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) or Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs) which explain how you will address the need. What other funding has your organization received to address this need (or solve this problem)? How will your organization continue to address this need (or solve this problem) if current funding ends? To be answered in the Addendum: Please describe your use of volunteers in support of program and other agency activities. Please describe how awarded funds will allow you to leverage additional dollars. 5. Budget (20 pts) Completion of proposed program budget Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 8

9 Budget Justification (This would be additional description of budget items that might be considered unusual. If there are no such items, please put N/A). If there is an indirect cost percentage requested in the proposal then there should not be any indirect costs in the budget lines. Agency Budget to be attached to the proposal. The Budget forms that are part of the proposal do not need to be utilized for this budget. To be answered in the Addendum: Unit Cost service description (is this an industry standard and if so please state source) Unit Cost of service (is this an industry standard and if so please state source) What percentage of the agency s overall budget does this request represent? Additional Scoring Components The following areas will be reviewed and evaluated by the Review Panels after the proposal itself has been read and scored. Proposers are not to write additional information relevant to these areas. This is for informational purposes only. 1. Underserved Population(s) Served (5 pts) Clearly defined data showing a group needing services currently not provided to them. This should be documented by data that shows a subgroup of the demographic being served is underrepresented in the served population compared to their percentage of the overall population by greater than 10% deviation. 2. Underserved Area(s) Served (5 pts) A clearly defined zip code or census tract area that has a high service problem/population and no provider that is located with the identified area or in close proximity to the area. This zip/census tract should also be underrepresented amongst the service population. 3. Performance History (10 pts) To be provided to the Review Panel by staff. If the program has no history with the County, points will be given based on the Review Panel's knowledge of the program/agency. 4. Nonprofits First Certification (3 pts) 5. Priority Area Score (Range of points based on number of proposals in each Service Category. The Review Panel will rank all proposals. If there are 10 proposals, the top-ranked proposal will be awarded 10 points and so on.) VII. TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. Proposal Guarantee: Proposer guarantees their commitment, compliance and adherence to all requirements of the RFP by submission of their proposal. 2. Modified Proposals: Proposer may submit a modified proposal to replace all or any portion of a previously submitted proposal until the Deadline for receipt of proposals. The County will only consider the latest proposal submitted. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 9

10 3. Late Proposals, Late Modified Proposals: Proposals and/or modifications to proposals submitted after the deadline (5:00 p.m on May 9, 2014) for receipt of proposals specified in the RFP Timetable on page 5 are late and shall not be considered. 4. Costs Incurred by Proposers: All expenses incurred with the preparation and submission of proposals to the County, or any work performed in connection therewith, shall be borne by the proposer. No payment will be made for proposals received, or for any other effort required of or made by the proposers, prior to commencement of work as defined by a contract approved by the Board of County Commissioners. 5. Public Record Disclosure: Contracted providers are hereby notified that all information submitted as part of, or in support of, proposals will be available for public inspection in compliance with the Florida Public Records Act. 6. Proprietary/Confidential Information: Proposers are hereby notified that all information submitted as part of, or in support of, proposals will be available for public inspection after opening of proposals, in compliance with Chapters 119 and 286, Florida Statutes, popularly known as the Public Records Law and the Government in the Sunshine Law respectively. 7. Palm Beach County Office of the Inspector General Audit Requirements: Palm Beach County has established the Office of the Inspector General in Palm Beach County Code through 2-440, as may be amended, which is authorized and empowered to review past, present and proposed County contracts, transactions, accounts and records. The Inspector General has the power to subpoena witnesses, administer oaths and require the production of records, and audit, investigate, monitor, and inspect the activities of the AGENCY, its officers, agents, employees, and lobbyists in order to ensure compliance with contract requirements and detect corruption and fraud. Failure to cooperate with the Inspector General or interference or impeding any investigation shall be in violation of Palm Beach County Code through 2-440, and punished pursuant to Section , Florida Statutes, in the same manner as a second degree misdemeanor. 8. Commencement of Work: The County s obligation will commence when the contract is approved by the Board of County Commissioners or their designee and upon written notice to the proposer. The County may set a different starting date for the contract. The County will not be responsible for any work done by the proposer, even work done in good faith, if it occurs prior to the contract start date set by the County. 9. HUD Supportive Housing/ HIPAA Privacy Rules Services that provide transitional housing and support services to individuals and/or families whose goal is to gain or regain economic independence will be required to comply with and report according to HUD Supportive Housing Program Regulation 24 CFR Part 583. Contracted agencies must comply with the current Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). If your agency does not provide services that fall under HIPAA Privacy Rules, please state that in your RFP information. Provide this information in the Cover Sheet. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 10

11 Recommendations for Services: Special Needs/Developmental Disabilities Palm Beach County Attachment # 1 In anticipation of the FY 2015 Financially Assisted Agencies (FAA) Request for Proposals (RFP) process, Palm Beach County Community Services staff collaborated with service providers and community partners to gather information about the Special Needs/Developmental Disabilities needs of our community. The providers and collaborating partners came together and met on January 27, The community service providers represented a broad scope of services and actively participated in the information-gathering process. The results of this meeting are summarized below and will be utilized for purposes of plainly defining the service category target for contracted services. Programs and services in this category should address outcomes and performance measures that help children and adults with special needs/developmental disabilities achieve their personal goals to maximize their independence in community settings. Services provided in this category should address at least one of the following life areas: Employment/Income, Residential/Living, Advocacy, Support Services. Respondents should be able to demonstrate how the provision of their service maximizes the independence of participants. LIFE AREAS: Employment/Income Vocational Training and/or assistance to obtain a minimum wage or higher job in the community based on identified needs and interests. Services also include broadening skill sets for employment, assistance in maintaining employment and increasing earned income in the household. Includes job development activities with employers to increase capacity and facilitate matches as identified in a personcentered career plan. Residential/Independent Living Services focused on addressing the needs and limitations of participants which will allow them to obtain/maintain the most independent living situation in the community. The focus of the programs should address service areas such as budgeting, health and safety, public assistance/resources, social engagement and community inclusion. Stepping-stones to independent living, including all noninstitutional options as well as Supported Living Coaching for people capable of living independently with some supports are included in the service array. Community Based Day Supports - Programs designed to enable an individual to enrich his or her life and enjoy a full range of community activities. Services include but are not limited to career exploration, volunteer experiences, community integration experiences to support participation in community life, skill development and training, development of activities of daily living and independent living skills, socialization experiences and support to enhance interpersonal skills and pursuit of personal interests and hobbies. Also includes transition services to integrated employment. Advocacy Supports focused on assisting children and adults as well as their family members identify and access available programs and services in the community. Projects should provide support in areas such as generating awareness and the understanding of laws that protect citizens with special needs, program management services, referral and follow-up assistance, and accessing available supports and programs. Optimize opportunities to present information/education to public service providers to help them understand their roles, responsibilities and legal obligations. Special Needs and Support Services Discreet programs which provide specialized supports and services to identified populations who are underserved or who have unique needs due to the nature or severity of their disability. Services could include day services, respite care, behavioral supports and other programs that provide services to keep the individual in a community based setting. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 11

12 Attachment # 2 Recommendations for Services: Behavioral Health Services Palm Beach County In anticipation of the FY 2015 Financially Assisted Agencies (FAA) Request for Proposals (RFP) process, Palm Beach County Community Services staff collaborated with service providers and community partners to gather information about the mental health and substance abuse service needs of our community. The providers and collaborating partners came together and met on February 5 th & 6 th in two public forums. The community service providers represented a broad scope of services and actively participated in the information-gathering process. Recommendations from both funding partners and service providers clearly demonstrated the need for a centralized care coordination function. Providing an ideal array of services and treatment options is significant at this time, especially with the existing continuum of care and its funding going through considerable change. A major partner in this process is Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network which is a community-based agency with a dedicated Board of Directors. They are contracted with Florida's Department of Children and Families to administer the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service System. As the "managing entity" for Palm Beach County they will offer a wealth of valuable resources related to mental health and substance abuse services that are available to meet the needs of our consumers, family members and other stakeholders. The County shares their vision of a seamless, accessible, recovery-oriented system of behavioral health care driven by consumers, providers, and other stakeholders, in which innovation and collaboration are the norm and diversified financial resources comfortably support an array of prevention and treatment practices leading to excellent outcomes for individuals served, providers, and the community. This will be accomplished by developing, supporting, and managing an integrated network of behavioral health services to promote the emotional and mental well-being and drug-free living of children and adults. Programs and services proposed in this category should address outcomes and performance measures that speak to behavioral health acute care services, children s and/or adult s behavioral health services. Respondents should be able to demonstrate how the provision of their service maximizes programming, collaboration with other service providers in the community to provide a continuum of care, treatment in the least restrictive and most appropriate level of service and assistance to clients and consumers to move toward the highest level of independence that is possible based on their individual needs and capabilities. The priority funding for the County will be care coordination. Agencies applying in this Behavioral Health Services category must indicate that not only will they utilize the wrap-around training and uniform assessment tool, but also how they will coordinate the full spectrum of services across agencies. Request for Proposals will be accepted in the following areas: 1. Children s Behavioral Health Services Care Coordination Services to include: Proposals submitted in this service area should include Crisis Planning, Recovery Supports, Care Management (pre/post), Peer Support (mentors/drop-in centers), Psycho-Social Rehabilitation, Family Psych-Education, Co-Occurring Illness Management, Prevention/Intervention (services intended to divert deeper-end services and to include targeted education for the client, family and community), advocacy and outreach. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 12

13 Treatment Options to include: Proposals submitted in this service area will address mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring illness to include Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Psychiatric Services, Residential Treatment, Outpatient Services, Medication Management. 2. Adult s Behavioral Health Services Care Coordination Services to include: Proposals submitted in this service area should include Crisis Planning, Recovery Supports, Care Management (pre/post), Supported Housing, Supported Employment, Peer Support (mentors/drop-in centers), Psycho-Social Rehabilitation, Family Psych-Education, Co-Occurring Illness Management, Prevention/Intervention (services intended to divert deeper-end services and to include targeted education for the client, family and community), advocacy and outreach. Treatment Options to include: Proposals submitted in this service area will address mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring illness to include Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Group Therapy, Psychiatric Services, Residential Treatment, Outpatient Services, Medication Management. All treatment proposals should include how they will ensure linkage, coordination and follow-up on all clients served. Care Coordinators funded will be required to be trained in the system of care wraparound training adopted by the State of Florida s Department of Children and Families Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health. Additionally, service providers will utilize a County-wide approved uniform assessment tool. 3. Behavioral Health Acute Care Services Proposals submitted in this service area should address issues that can include Mobile Crisis Team, Crisis Stabilization, 23.5 Hour Observation, Virtual Crisis Support, Medical Detox, Social Detox. Proposals will be evaluated as to how the provider addresses the most appropriate placement in mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring cases. All FAA recipients of Behavioral Health service funds will be required to provide database information through the Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network. Annual contract extensions will be subject to data analysis, performance, contract adherence and modifications resulting from recommendations to improve the behavioral health care system. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 13

14 ATTACHMENT #3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR FY 2015 CONTRACT EXTENSIONS There are six (6) service categories not required to participate in the competitive RFP process for FY Those not required are stated below. Contract Extension until FY 2015: Contract Extension until FY 2016: Domestic Violence/Sheltering Economic Stability/Poverty Homelessness Seniors New and/or Continuing Initiatives and Innovative Programs Youth Violence Agencies requesting contracts extensions for programs approved in the FY2013 and FY 2014 service categories above will need to resubmit information through the Florida Funders Application (FFA). Community Services staff will clone your proposal from last year and send to you so that you do not have to re-enter all of last year s information. Please indicate if there have been any changes in the program as it was proposed. Complete the Financially Assisted Agencies Evaluation Plan/Logic Model 2015, which is attached to the website application. You will not be required to complete the Evaluation Model currently a part of the website application. Submit a new program budget in the website format. Upload a new total agency budget. The agency budget does not need to be completed in the website format. When the FFA website is re-opened the required documents will be part of the application. Please be clear regarding the charges you will be incorporating into your program budget(s). If you are charging an indirect/administrative percentage fee then you must remove any other line items related to indirect/administrative expenses. Please only include those positions and charges that are directly linked to the program being funded under the FAA. We require an overall agency budget which will provide information regarding other programs being operated. Also, for any miscellaneous or other budget requests, please clearly identify what is covered in the request. The FFA website is scheduled to be available on April 7, 2014 and all information must be completed by May 9, You will not need to provide a hard copy to our office of the information submitted. Until the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meets and approves the final FAA budget staff will not know what the final funding amount will be. There is no guarantee of funding awards for any contracts until the BCC s final decision. Financially Assisted Agencies FY 2015 RFP Information Page 14